Companioned With Books (From ‘What You Can Find on the Other Side of the World’)

Did you also experience situations in which you didn’t have the right discussion partners and influences you sought to acquire the wisdom, inspiration, and practical know-how that would have helped you on your way forward?

This can happen to all of us. When not understanding or being misunderstood, feeling alone with a particular position, or facing a seeming dilemma or unconquerable obstacle we may choose to talk with family, discuss with friends, and consult colleagues. Just: What if we don’t have these people around us right now and we can’t stop puzzling our head over our problem? Don’t despair, books can be a good alternative (if not a substitute though) for flesh-and-blood friends to provide you with the help you need in many situations.

Nowadays, we can just google and find any piece of information quickly. That’s fine too. However, a good book takes its readers on an emotional journey along and by which the author creates a relationship with us. As readers, we feel understood when our questions get emphasized, and relevant possible answers are given abundantly as promised. What a great companionship that we can access from the shelf whenever we want!

Importantly, we should be cautious about whom we choose to listen to as the people (and in this case books) we spend the most time with have an immense influence on us. We tend to consciously and unconsciously follow their example.

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Independent researcher, artist, social entrepreneur, and leadership and strategy advisor I was born in Zurich in 1975 and grew up in Switzerland. Currently, I’m living in Tokyo. I love open-minded people everywhere and the passion to working relentlessly for developing human potential, which is an overarching theme throughout all his work. I have extensive experience in leadership and management, organizational psychology research, and learning & development practice. I have worked as a teacher, a leadership trainer, as well as a senior manager responsible for client relationships, counseling, and virtual teams around the world. Also, I’m a social entrepreneur and serving as a strategy and leadership advisor in different ways. My goal is to inspire with interdisciplinary, innovative, and cross-cultural approaches to personal and professional development for the people’s individual well-being and common good alike. Continuously learning himself and keen to help, I appreciate any questions or feedback you may have at any time. Please connect here on any social media, as well as per direct email goodthings@mathias-sager.com.